One process by which physicians can obtain cell samples from fetuses in order to analyze their genes for possible genetic abnormalities (defects) is called ________.
A) ultrasound
B) positron emission tomography scanning
C) amniocentesis
D) immunotherapy

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Amniocentesis is a medical procedure used to obtain a sample of amniotic fluid in order to analyze the fetal cells for genetic abnormalities. Ultrasound is a non-invasive imaging technique that uses sound waves to visualize the fetus in the uterus. Positron emission tomography scanning is a type of imaging that uses radioactive tracers to visualize metabolic activity in the body, and is not typically used in prenatal care. Immunotherapy is a type of treatment that uses the immune system to fight diseases like cancer and is not related to obtaining fetal cell samples.

One Process by Which Physicians Can Obtain Cell Samples from Fetuses